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The Cat Of Bubastes: A Tale Of Ancient Egypt
The Cat Of Bubastes A Tale Of Ancient Egypt Author:G.A. Henty Enslaved by a conquering army, the young prince Amuba finds friendship in the house of an Egyptian high priest, where he acts as a companion to the priest's son Chebron. The entire household plunges into peril when Chebron accidentally kills the sacred cat of the great temple at Bubastes--a riot ensues, and the boys are forced to flee. Set in 12... more »50 b.c., the time of Moses, this thrilling adventure story offers an evocative look at the ancient Egyptian world. Skillfully interwoven in the narrative thread are fascinating, accurate details about Egyptian religion and geography, the methods by which the Nile was used for irrigation, and how the Egyptians made war and were prepared for burial.« less
Victoria S. (HappyGal) reviewed The Cat Of Bubastes: A Tale Of Ancient Egypt on
An interesting historical fiction tale from a time period in history we know little about. However, the opinion of my well-educated son is that much of the historical details that comprise the book is pure conjecture, so read with discernment.